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Wed, 19 Dec 18 10:16:43 +0000Other Breeds - The Shiba Inu Forumen-CAIf I didn't have a shiba, I'd have a...http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/6560/if-i-didn039t-have-a-shiba-i039d-have-a-
Sat, 23 Oct 2010 18:19:51 +0000gabi & dexter6560@/forum/discussions
I'd probably have a golden retriever or yellow lab, or a husky. However, I have a feeling that my next dog (I know, Dexter's a bit young to start having those thoughts!) will be another shiba. I'm thinking Dexter would love to have a little sister!]]>Kishu Kenhttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/14074/kishu-ken
Thu, 30 Apr 2015 12:49:36 +0000crisp14074@/forum/discussionsA some time has passed since then and a lot has happened. Some know more than others, but Nami was pregnant and gave birth to 5 little Kishu-spuds. Her litter grew over last summer and was placed in August of last year with members on the NK side of the forum, but my Kishu-adventures haven't stopped.

If the Kishu Ken has ever been a breed you're interested in, you can feel free to ask me anything! I might not know all the answers - and I probably never will - but I'll do my best to answer questions about my experience with the breed and get in touch with people who may know more than me. I saw a lot of talk about Kishu in other threads through search, but didn't see a thread for them, so I figured I would start one!

]]>Trailer for a movie documentary on Australian Dingo.http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/11105/trailer-for-a-movie-documentary-on-australian-dingo-
Mon, 03 Dec 2012 10:28:39 +0000Saya11105@/forum/discussionsThe Dingo is vulnerable I'd hate for it to go endangered then extinct. The dingo can go from endangered to extinct in no time I think a sudden spread of disease or farmer over killing or poison and plus interbreeding with pets isn't good.

The howling reminds me of New guinea singing dogs when they howl I do thing singers and dingo share a common ancestor in the very far past coarse they're both different.

I'd hate for the dingo to go the way of the Thylacine or be like New guinea singing dog extinct in the wild, but in zoos, sanctuaries.

There is a zoo in Ft. Wayne Indiana that has dingoes I believe I hope to visit it someday.

I love dingoes of all kinds..

Kangaroo is a issue now like deer they're getting too overpopulated and like coyotes they will come into the town.

Hitting cars like deer which if you seen a full grown kangaroo in person they're huge! massive damage to a car.

They do a controlled cull on the kangaroo and it's sad. :(

I just shake my head if you stop killing the predator who is killing the dingo which eats kangaroo.

Here's full episode on the kangaroo show I saw on pbs Kangaroo Mob. 49minutes or so, but interesting to watch. Very informative.

This issue with dingo reminds me so much of how people view wolves and coyotes.

I'm not some idiot animal huger who thinks wolves, coyotes, and dingo are harmless yes they're dangerous, but so are kangaroo and deer given the situation is right.

With farmers why not use live stock guardian dogs to deter dingoes from taking the sheep? A good live stock guardian dog is worth it's weight in gold.

In Africa they're using them to deter cheetahs which are a predator and Vulnerable too! It's a win win the live stock guardian dogs are well taken care of and they protect their flock.

I live in country and I don't go killing the coyotes for heck of it.

If they cause me issue or is hurting my dog sure! They run away soon as they see me. YMMV though some coyotes are brave or used to humans thanks to people who feed cats which creates issues as the coyotes will eat the kibble and in general being so close to humans loose their fear.

Coarse country coyotes are dangerous too.

Farmers will hang dingos from trees which is barbaric and sad. :(

They use poison which is disgusting as it can kill even pet dogs.

My guess hanging the dingo is to deter others from coming over, but does it work? or am I off on why they do it?

I mean if your going to kill something at least use the animal's pelt and skeleton. Seems like a sick waste to just hang them to rot.

I don't think the meat would be good, but pelt is beautiful. ]]>Adding another breed to the packhttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/9632/adding-another-breed-to-the-pack
Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:11:33 +0000BruceBillis9632@/forum/discussionsI wanted to see if anyone had any advice/experience on getting a 2nd dog of a different breed. Are there certain breeds that mesh well with Shibas? Am I going to run into problems if our 2nd dog is the breed that my girlfriend wants?

My girlfriend loves our Shiba Bruce, but also wants another dog. I have to admit the thought of a new puppy does sound like a lot of fun and I've been warming up to the idea.

However, my concern is that she wants/likes brachycephalic dogs... like Pugs, Frenchies, & Boston Terriers, which sound like they are the exact opposite of a Shiba... i.e. they're not athletic, their eyes can pop out of their head, and they have respiratory problems, they overheat with too much exercise, etc.

Bruce is actually a very low energy Shiba, and has been very good with other dogs, but even then I'd think that the Pug would have to be pretty high energy for it's breed to keep up with Bruce.

Anyone out there with a variety pack at home that can lend some advice? ]]>ideal spitz/nordic breed to bring into a home with a shiba/cathttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/14225/ideal-spitznordic-breed-to-bring-into-a-home-with-a-shibacat
Sat, 18 Jul 2015 00:19:32 +0000theshibastruggle14225@/forum/discussionsAnd I've narrowed it down to a few breeds.

Keeshond-The first choice. They're fluffy, roughly the size of my other animals(though that luscious coat may make it seem bigger) and most importantly have a friendly temperament. What's more, is that there's a breeder listed with the Keeshond Club of America who lives within an hour drive of us, and is only accessible through email and phone calls(which leads me to believe that she isn't a puppy mill). Have any of you ever owned Keeshonden, and what were your experiences with them?(The kennel's name is Wyndspell and the breeder's name is Marion Crain, if you're curious). Also read that they bark more than a shiba does.

Finnish Lapphund-WOULD be the first choice, if there were more than three breeders in the US. They aren't as fluffy, which means less time needed for grooming and not as restrictive on walking schedules(I'd imagine I'd have to walk a Keeshond at dawn/evening so it doesn't overheat) and have a similar friendly temperament. What are your experience with lappies, if you owned any? Also read that they have minor herding tendencies, and startle easily.

Alaskan Klee Kai-Second choice. They're a similar size to my shiba(and therefore my cat), look cute, but I read that their temperament isn't that different from a shiba. On the plus side, I'm accustomed to living with one, but on the bad side, a shiba temperament(as I'll refer to it) isn't exactly an ideal family temperament. Also I know there's some controversy around their existence. Your experience, if any?

Samoyed-Other second choice. Basically a larger Keeshond that's colored white and with fewer breeders, with a little herding tendencies on the side. Your experience?

Your thoughts? And I plan to let my shiba adjust more to my home(she's only been here for 2 months, I plan to give her a year to let her adjust and get used to a home) before asking my grandparents if they'll let us have another dog. So let's hope they approve, and that the breeds I singled out are ideal for my home!]]>Breeds you humiliatehttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/11679/breeds-you-humiliate
Fri, 15 Mar 2013 13:53:21 +0000lucylu11679@/forum/discussionsThinking of a Huskyhttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/6922/thinking-of-a-husky
Mon, 27 Dec 2010 20:43:20 +0000ncielo6922@/forum/discussionsSince I thought about the adoption I was thinking of looking out for huskies. I don't really know how the two breeds get along, both shiba and huskys but if anyone knows or have a husky at home, I would love to hear about some advice and experiences with the two. P.S I'm not really being picky about the gender of the dog I'm going to adopt.]]>Kai Ken vs. Akitahttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/13330/kai-ken-vs-akita
Tue, 27 May 2014 17:21:36 +0000Tortie13330@/forum/discussionsWhile I absolutely adore my Shiba, I would like a breed that.. wants to be with me. Emi is the typical Shiba in that she'll hang out on the top of the staircase while I'm in any room upstairs. I want my next dog to want to be laying under my chair while I'm at the computer, for example. I know that it all depends on the particular dog but I'd like to get a breed that is known for that to begin. Other than that, I love that all three breeds are smart, relatively quiet, clean and only blow their coats twice a year (A LOT for those two times, of course, ha).

I don't know when this will happen but I would like to be well-informed before making a decision. Either way, I'm not worried that Emi will not fall in love with the new member of the household.

Thanks in advance.]]>"Are you going to breed her?"http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/12714/are-you-going-to-breed-her
Sun, 08 Dec 2013 16:20:42 +0000omgtain12714@/forum/discussionsI'm at a complete loss on how to respond to this question.Honestly ? Maybe.. if Tavi grows into a really nice Kai and we find a male that compliments her, I'd love to have a litter out of her.

But a lot of people who ask me this are pretty ignorant.. and its kinda been a big pain in my butt. If I respond yes, then people say "Oh shes so rare you'd get a lot of money for her puppies".. If I try to explain how much all the health testing, training, etc. costs then I lose them. I'd never breed for money and someone assuming so upsets me. I don't mind educating on responsibly breeding, but I don't think any of these people are 'into' dogs that much.

If I say no then people press on me that shes such a cute and good puppy, I should breed her and make tons of money! That just makes me super uneasy, especially since these people don't know a thing about her, shes 3 months old and they're telling me to breed her..

I feel like I'm in a 'damned if ya do, damned if ya don't' situation, and its not a question they let me ignore!

tl;dr: I think too much ? :(]]>Goldendoodles do you agree with the breed?http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/11672/goldendoodles-do-you-agree-with-the-breed
Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:14:16 +0000ashley1511672@/forum/discussions Idk if I posted the picture right, sorry if you cant see it. This is my golden retriever that died last night :( I am very heartbroken, I was not able to be there when they put him down :( since I go to college and live in an apartment I could not be there when they put him down. His name is Max and the kids are my step brother and sister.

I grew up with goldens and now my mother is considering another golden retriever. So I went searching for good breeders, I am coming across a lot of goldendoodles instead of golden retrievers. A lot of former golden retriever breeders are now breeding there dogs with poodles. There prices are very high ranging from 1000 to 1500 some even higher. I am surprised people would even pay this much for a non registered dog.

I can not make up my mind if I agree with the dog breed! But they are becoming very popular. I do not want one just wondering what you guys think about this.

What do you guys think of this? Do you agree with mixing the breeds? Do you think the prices are to high? Would you buy a goldendoodle was that price? Also do you think this breed will ever become AKC?

[Mod Edit: fixed image]]]>Other Breeds- Korean Jindohttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/5187/other-breeds-korean-jindo
Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:56:50 +0000sukoshi’s mom5187@/forum/discussionshttp://www.jindos.com/jindo/intro/jindo_intro.html]]>Well today was not th best day of my life....http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/10384/well-today-was-not-th-best-day-of-my-life-
Wed, 25 Jul 2012 22:58:24 +0000Dee199610384@/forum/discussionsPictures of interesting breeds in Agilityhttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/10330/pictures-of-interesting-breeds-in-agility
Mon, 16 Jul 2012 14:50:22 +0000sandrat88810330@/forum/discussions It is truly amazing to see so many different breeds and handlers in all shape and form that are committed to do doggie sports with their canine friends. Here are some interesting shots I would like to share with fellow forum members.

This is a King Cavalier with her handler in electric wheelchair. They are competing at the Excellent level and they run very well together. It is truly inspiring to see them working so smoothly together as a team.

In Koji's class, there is one woman that has trouble walking steadily and she said she was inspired after seeing this team run Agility that she could run her Aussie too.

A German Shepperd enjoying Agility

A staffordshire Terrier on the teeter

I believe this is a Belgium Terv. Da Vinci is his name.

Not too familiar with the breed, but a great shot.

A very drivey and fast Frenchie on the top of the A-frame. Sorry, had a brain fart, it is a Boston Terrier. Damn, I know the dog and handler and still can't get it right! :)

A Westie weaving

A Pumi that got her MACH (Master Agility Champion) title

A Dobie clearing the jump.

A Standard Poodle

A Schnauzer

And last but not least, a Leonberger]]>Second dog advicehttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/11595/second-dog-advice
Fri, 01 Mar 2013 07:56:13 +0000britkotsu11595@/forum/discussionsJust to add on we were also looking at German Shepherds.

....that's not creepy is it? Lol, I feel like I'm going through all the high school clique lunch tables and observing or something. ]]>People will believe anything.http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/12122/people-will-believe-anything-
Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:32:06 +0000britkotsu12122@/forum/discussions"I have 2 CUTE PURE Akita Giant Malamute(American Akitas) puppies looking for a loving home! IT TAKES 3 BREEDS TO MAKE AN AKITA AND ONE IS A MALAMUTE! WITH MY GIANT MALAMUTE MAKES THESE PUPPIES AMERICAN AKITAS, WHICH ARE A LARGER AKITA!! 1 male 1 female, 6 weeks old Has 1st shots and de-worming UTD! EMAIL if interested! THERE IS A FEE!!! thank you

[changed category ~mod.]]]>Hero dog to return home after facial reconstruction. (not for the squeamish)http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/12076/hero-dog-to-return-home-after-facial-reconstruction-not-for-the-squeamish
Fri, 07 Jun 2013 18:58:58 +0000INU RYUU12076@/forum/discussionsInternational donations of $27,000 helped to save this dogs life. Other pictures and videos are available but I want to protect those who could be upset by the graphics. If you are don't follow the link.

http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-204_162-57588112/hero-dog-kabang-cleared-to-go-home-with-reconstructed-nose/]]>reintrohttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/11941/reintro
Mon, 06 May 2013 18:33:39 +0000Alyssa L.11941@/forum/discussions[mod edit: changed category - You might want to make this your new pup's thread when she arrives... if you choose to do so, let me know and I will change the title/category.]]]>What is the difference?http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/11756/what-is-the-difference
Fri, 29 Mar 2013 16:33:46 +0000bmass17411756@/forum/discussionswhat is the difference between:a) nihon kenb) shikokuc)akita inud) kai inue) kisha inuf) hokkaido inug) shiba inu I have heard of these breeds, and they all seem to LOOK pretty similar. Can someone help me out on what the difference is? Size? temperment? life span? health? Im just curious about how they are alike/different from my little shiba inu pup. THANKS for any help : )]]>Shiba-Pomeranian? [never mind, potential pandora's box]http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/11670/shiba-pomeranian-never-mind-potential-pandora039s-box
Thu, 14 Mar 2013 06:26:06 +0000shinken_shiba_kaoru11670@/forum/discussionsNow while I am not interested in a pure Pomeranian (from what I know they are kind of loud, and as I stated I live in an apartment building), a Shiba mix interests me. ^^;

I am wondering what I might have to expect of such a dog that I would not expect from one breed or the other. You know, from the behavior mixing. If I were to get such a dog I would want it to be quiet like a Shiba. But few such mixes have listings.

EDIT: Most of my interest in Pomeranians is because I was introduced to them in a game called Tokyo Jungle. So cute and lovable they are the first carnivore you play as so yeah... I bonded with Pomeranians pretty quickly in that game and sort of mixed my love of them with my pre-existing love of Shibas. Hence my interest in such a mix.

But now I see that could be a bad idea. I'll just get a regular Shiba since Shibas suit where I live more than Pomeranians.]]>Food aggression just going away?http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/11100/food-aggression-just-going-away
Sun, 02 Dec 2012 16:42:50 +0000Eclipse92011100@/forum/discussionsI also saw a photo of the day we adopted him on the rescue and his eyes are a lot calmer now. He Had those hyper/stressed eyes in the photo. I guess I'm just wondering of this is normal for shelter dogs. I've hard Shibas can resource guard soon was hoping someone on this forum may know something about it. Hopefully no one minds me posting about a totally unrelated breed! I do have a 2 year old so I have to be careful but he is the sweetest dog. All he does now is lay around and sleep haha. My mother in law wants to get rid of him but I want to give him another shot. I mean we adopted him and I don't want him to be bounced around everywhere. He is a 6 year old big black dog and those are some of the last to find homes. That's why we got him. Getting rid of him is pretty much not an option to me but I just want to know if this is normal. ]]>Lost Puppy! Do you know what breed?http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/11109/lost-puppy-do-you-know-what-breed
Mon, 03 Dec 2012 13:53:49 +0000DakotaRose4211109@/forum/discussionsI'm wondering if any of you can help us identify the breed?

I don't even know if she's full grown, but her paws are about the size of my Shiba's. So I'm thinking she'll be a medium size, if she's not already full grown. She's just a peanut!

Anything suggestions to breed or other "safe" options for her are appreciated!

Thanks!]]>"Christmas Puppies"http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/11090/christmas-puppies
Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:42:39 +0000britkotsu11090@/forum/discussionsI wish there was something that could be done about it. Is there anyone thats town/city, is doing anything to try and stop this? Any breeding policies in place? I feel like I need to do something but what can be done?]]>Klee Kai vs. Shiba Inuhttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/6660/klee-kai-vs-shiba-inu
Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:46:06 +0000INU RYUU6660@/forum/discussionsfirst marketed in 1988.

The dog interested me so I looked up info on it and came across a quote that disturbed me and seemed insulting to our guys. Not that I want to start a debateand its one breeders opinion. Nor am I thinking of mixing them.

"Alaskan Kai Dog/Shiba Mix  Alaskan Klee Kai and Shiba Inu mix. There was a reason this breed was not used in creating the Alaskan Klee Kai and that was temperament. Shiba Inus are very reserved with strangers, have a very strong prey drive, and tend to be aggressive towards other dogs. It is like an AKK temperament at its worst. My god, why would anyone in their right mind breed these dogs together?"

"Stereotyping" our guys at its worst in my opinion.]]>Thinking of adding an Akita or Malamute. Thoughts?http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/10372/thinking-of-adding-an-akita-or-malamute-thoughts
Tue, 24 Jul 2012 13:01:31 +0000britkotsu10372@/forum/discussionsShibas and Basenjishttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/7597/shibas-and-basenjis
Fri, 13 May 2011 23:09:17 +0000shibamistress7597@/forum/discussionsI was at the Akita speciality show today. I was happy to see one Shiba--he was along for the ride with his owner who was showing her Akitas. (and he looked pretty grumpy about being with those "other" dogs!)

But I was even more happy to see quite a number of Basenjis, who weren't showing today, but will be tomorrow. I was noticing how their mannerisms are so like my girl Shiba's mannerisms, and what smart looking dogs they are (they look like they have a plan. All the time!)

Anyway, I said to my friend that I was with that I really did want a Basenji some day. A woman grooming her Akita looked at me and said "No you don't. They are terrors. You should make sure you know a lot about them before getting one." (Always good advice, of course!)

I said "I have Shibas." She looked at me with a bit of pity, then laughed, and said "Nevermind then. You'd be just fine with a Basenji."

And a little later I was talking to a woman with a fox terrier, and when I told her I had Shibas, she said they might even be "worse" than her fox "terrorist" as she called him!

Shibas and Basenjis, the terrors of the dog world!]]>Very Unique Shibahttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/9975/very-unique-shiba
Wed, 16 May 2012 01:22:39 +0000Foxylover9975@/forum/discussions]]>Bo, from Gillians Islandhttp://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/10001/bo-from-gillians-island
Mon, 21 May 2012 10:47:29 +0000ncielo10001@/forum/discussionsThe thing about Bo is that Ashton's parents had him first, claiming that a woman brought him home from a nearby family island whiles she was on her boat. Saying that Bo was left there by his owners with no food, no fresh water and no proper shelter. Literally like out of a movie they just picked up and left him stranded. He suffered from terrible heat spots on mostly his rear and up his back. He's definitely a lot better because since Niko's on the raw diet I have Bo starting it as well. He's looking a lot better because his whole back end was just skin and burns. I think Ashton said he had close to 3rd degree burns. The woman who had brought Bo back to the main island here in Nassau, told Ashton's parents just to watch him for a bit and they never heard from her or seen her since. They weren't ready to add another dog to their huge list so we decided to take Bo. We needed him in our new yard anyway and he and Niko get along so well. Since we have been going to their house and they had Bo, him and Niko would run for hours.They seem happy.

Niko watches him, and since he's older Bo follows him around and is learning to hunt little creatures from Niko lol. Bo's such a bouncy speedy guy too, its hard to take pictures of him.]]>New puppy soon, want to hear stories!http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/9833/new-puppy-soon-want-to-hear-stories
Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:27:54 +0000KBBD839833@/forum/discussionsI'd like to hear your stories of Shiba/Corgi interactions please! I don't know what to expect! ]]>What other dogs do you own besides a Shiba?http://www.shibainuforum.org/forum/discussion/7415/what-other-dogs-do-you-own-besides-a-shiba
Wed, 30 Mar 2011 01:56:32 +0000cassielynne7415@/forum/discussions